For well over a century, Historically Black College and Universities (HBCU) have produced many of the American nation’s most prolific African-American thinkers, professionals and leaders. Even so, the HBCU’s historical mission and vision faces questions to its relevance by detractors who argue that these educational institutions are no longer needed in a post-segregation era. HBCUstory, Inc. offers a counter-narrative, one that reflects the good work HBCUs have done and are doing.

In partnership with the Nashville Public Library, HBCUstory, Inc. proudly presents the 2013 HBCUstory Symposium, featuring a two-part focus offering opportunities for academicians and advanced students to share their current work on HBCUs (theoretical), and shedding light on the most successful programs and best-practices currently underway at HBCUs around the nation (practical).

Call for Papers, Organized Sessions and Panel GuidelinesFebruary 1, 2013 is the deadline for abstracts and sessions.The Symposium’s registration cost of $25 includes lunch.An early-bird registration rate of $20 is available until February 15, 2013.

The 2013 HBCUstory Symposium Planning Committee invites proposals that meet one or both of the following criteria:

The presentation is related to a preeminent HBCU figure (alumnus, alumna, administrator, faculty member, etc.) or to a single, group and/or all HBCUs from their founding to today. Possible topics may be historical, investigative or scientific in nature. The presentation is related to a highly successful program, initiative or practice currently underway at a single, group and or all HBCUs.

The Committee accepts proposals for single papers but encourages session proposals that include two or three papers.Single paper proposals and organized sessions must include: